John B. Cade Library
Economics E-Books
Freethinker's A-Z of the New World Business by
A Freethinker's A-Z of the New World of Business... Including... Absolut Adobe Barbie balanced scorecard Bloomberg Byrne Cap Gemini co-opetition corporate universities data warehousing Demos Drudge dumbing down Dyson Eisner Fast Company Frit? Gateway 2000 Global Business Network Grove Kleiner LG marketspace Meyer Milken New Pig power SantaFeInstitute Saturn smart cards Starbucks storytelling Wal-Mart xybernaut Zander...
Call Number: Electronic BookISBN: 9781841120140Publication Date: 2001-04-06
Business Encyclopedias
Encyclopedia of African American Business History by
This invaluable encyclopedia is the only reference source providing information on the broad range of topics that illuminate black business history. Providing readily accessible information on the black business experience, the encyclopedia provides an overview of black business activities, and underscores the existence of a historic tradition of black American business participation.
Call Number: Electronic BookISBN: 9780313295492Publication Date: 1999-11-30
Encyclopedia Business Letters by
Fast faxes, crisp memos, instant e-mails--these have replaced the long, leisurely business letters of the past. With more than 300 model letters and instructions for adapting each to various situations, this reference puts graceful, concise, persuasive correspondence at your fingertips. National print features.
Call Number: Electronic BookISBN: 9781564143754Publication Date: 1999-04-01
The Business of Food by
This encyclopedia takes readers as consumers behind the scenes of the food and drink industries. The contributors come from a wide range of fields, and the scope of this encyclopedia is broad, covering from food companies and brands to the environment, health, science and technology, culture, finance, and more.
Call Number: eBook CollectionISBN: 9780313337253Publication Date: 2007-10-01
The Mortgage Encyclopedia by
The Mortgage Encyclopedia demystifies all the various mortgage terms, features, and options by offering clear, precise explanations. Fully updated to address the new realities introduced by the housing crisis of 2007,The Mortgage Encyclopedia provides not just a complete description, but also in-depth discussion of the issues that may affect you, whether you're a homeowner (or homeowner-to-be), real estate agent, loan provider, or attorney.
Call Number: eBook CollectionISBN: 9780071739580Publication Date: 2010-05-07
Encyclopedia of Information Ethics and Security by
"This book is an original, comprehensive reference source on ethical and security issues relating to the latest technologies. It covers a wide range of themes, including topics such as computer crime, information warfare, privacy, surveillance, intellectual property and education. It is a useful tool for students, academics, and professionals"--Provided by publisher.
Call Number: eBook CollectionISBN: 9781591409878Publication Date: 2007-05-31
Reference Databases
Your library liaison has compiled a list of reference databases available at JBC Library to assit you with your research. All electronic databases can be accessed through the library's A to Z list.
- Biography in Context This link opens in a new window Biography in Context delivers outstanding research support with 600,000+ biographical entries — on more than 528,000 individuals — spanning history and geography.
- Book Collection: Nonfiction This link opens in a new window Book Collection: Nonfiction is a rich research database for school and public libraries. It contains informative abstracts and searchable full text for more than 4,100 popular nonfiction books. The database includes full text entries on core subject areas, as well as information on careers, health, sports, adventure, technology, life skills and more.
- Literati by Credo This link opens in a new window Literati by Credo features a reference database of more than 600 subject encyclopedias and dictionaries, marketing, and information literacy tutorials, and assessments.
- Funk & Wagnalls New World Encyclopedia This link opens in a new window Funk & Wagnalls New World Encyclopedia database indexes over 25,000 records, covering an array of topics. Full text for each record may be easily accessed by double clicking on the topic from the display. The database contains various images, offers brief biographies as well as information in a variety of subject areas.
- Gale Virtual Reference Center Library This link opens in a new window Gale Virtual Reference Library is a database of encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research.
- PrepSTEP for Colleges This link opens in a new window PrepSTEP® is packed with powerful resources that help students succeed in college and the workforce. Targeted learning centers meet the needs of all students learning modules include: College Success Skills, Core Math and Science Skills, Core English Skills, Career Preparation, Placement Test Preparation, Basic Computer Skill, Grad School Admissions Preparation, and Spanish Center.
- Literary Reference Center This link opens in a new window Literary Reference Center features an expansive collection of author biographies, plot summaries and work overviews, full-text essays from leading publishers, literary reference books and monographs, cover-to-cover full text for literary magazines and journals, book reviews from the most prestigious publications, poems from hundreds of sources, short stories, classic texts, author interviews, and much more.
- Literature Resource Center This link opens in a new window Literature Resource Center is a database that offers biographies, bibliographies and critical analyses of more than 120,000 authors from every age and literary discipline.
- Mental Measurements Yearbook This link opens in a new window Mental Measurements Yearbook (MMY) online provides test reviews and evaluative information on more than 3000 testing instruments. The MMY series contains information for evaluating test products in psychology, education, business and leadership.
- Occupational Outlook This link opens in a new window This is a guide to career information about hundreds of occupations.
- United States Patent and Trademark (PTO) This link opens in a new window The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the federal agency for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks.
Online Reference Sources
Dictionaries
Concise Dictionary of Economics by
Ever wonder where expressions such as mind your p's and q's, chip on his shoulder, living high on the hog, or the whole nine yards exactly mean? This Dictionary of Phrases will help you stop wondering. This dictionary is a collection of expressions that are currently in use. After going through the book, you would know that phrases add to liveliness in conversations. What is a phrase in the first place? A phrase is a sequence of two or more words that form a meaningful combination in a sentence; and is preceded and followed by pauses. Of course, we also use the word phrase to refer to a short group of words that have a particular meaning when they are used together, such as rain cats and dogs, play for time, or a square meal. This type of phrase is often referred to as an idiom. How are phrases useful? They are handy when stuck for an alternative turn of phrase that you haven't already used? This Dictionary of Phrases unblocks you with ideas to choose from. Suppose you are writing about 'air, you might look for phrases on 'air'. Who would benefit reading this dictionary? School and college students besides many journalists, copywriters, and songwriters will find it an invaluable resource when looking for that elusive turn of phrase. Speakers and writers can polish their works to make presentation livelier. #v&spublishers
Call Number: Electronic Book CollectionISBN: 9789350570326Publication Date: 2013-05-13
Routledge Dictionary of Economics by
Compiled to meet the needs of students and professionals in economics, finance, accountancy and business, this wide-ranging, international Dictionary is for everyone who wants an up-to-date resource to the world of economics. Key Features over 4200 comprehensive A to Z entries, from after-hours to z-score, provide clear, definitive explanations of the key terms, issues, theories and concepts in economics today - as well as describing the contributions of key figures in the field each entry is headed by a short definition for quick reference, and where relevant, followed by an annotated bibliography to lead the reader to further sources cross-referenced for ease of access the full range of subjects is covered, from classical economics and the study of value and growth, to contemporary concerns such as European Union and Green conditionality detailed coverage of vital econometric terms and statistics including entries such as eigenprices and M0 includes specialised commercial and financial jargon illustrated with 94 line diagrams unique subject index for ease of access
Call Number: Electronic BookISBN: 9780415122917Publication Date: 1995-11-20- Little Black Book of Business Words byISBN: 9780814477533Publication Date: 1991-10-23
Career Corner
100 Fastest-Growing Careers Eleventh Edition by
100 Fastest-Growing Careers is an extensive volume that provides information about pay, outlook, education, and skills needed to obtain some of the most promising jobs in the world of work. With this comprehensive book, readers explore 100 in-demand jobs, assess which ones match their skills, and learn seven quick steps for getting the job they want.
Call Number: eBook CollectionISBN: 9781593577834Publication Date: 2010-07-01
The Career Coward's Guide to Career Advancement by
The Career Coward's Guide to Career Advancement empowers readers to step outside their comfort zone by breaking down the career advancement process into small, attainable goals. Each chapter reads like a one-on-one counselling session with career coach Katy Piotrowski. In her friendly, comforting style, she shares proactive techniques that help readers achieve their full career potential. This resource teaches readers how to define goals, master the art of negotiating with bosses and decision makers, develop ordinary jobs into extraordinary career opportunities, and implement small career improvements that yield significant results.
Call Number: eBook CollectionISBN: 9781593573935Publication Date: 2009-04-01- Careers in Today's Dynamic Real Estate BusinessISBN: 9781423765660Publication Date: 2006-01-01
Knockout Job Interview Presentations by
Interview presentations can be incredibly daunting. Candidates often lack the confidence and skills so they fail to do themselves justice and impress the panel. Careers expert Rebecca Corfield covers the entire process of planning and making an interview presentation and helps them understand what employers are looking for and learn how to provide it. This practical, inspiring book will give readers the advantage over other job candidates so that they present themselves with ease and confidence and trump the competition.
Call Number: eBook CollectionISBN: 9780749457150Publication Date: 2010-03-01
Business & Writing
Writing Winning Business Proposals by
Winning proposals that turn prospects into clientsBased on the proposal-writing system used at A.T. Kearney and KPMG Peat Marwick,Writing Winning Business Proposalsfeatures proven strategies, along with worksheets and other tools that clearly show clients what they want and will easily seal the deal.Thoroughly updated, the third edition offers general guidelines that apply to all business proposals making this the must-have proposal-writing book to have on hand.Writing Winning Business Proposalsfeatures: Winning formula from top consultants proven to work for any proposal Complete step-by-step process, walking you through all the difficulties Up-to-date, user-friendly redesign with new worksheets and charts Updates on fees and collaborationIf you're seeking approval for projects, or want a client to buy, invest or do something,Writing Winning Business Proposalsis the reference you need to get you to get them to do what you want.
Call Number: eBookISBN: 9780071742320Publication Date: 2010-10-21
The AMA Handbook of Business Writing by
Just because you're not a born writer doesn't mean you should settle for less than perfect business documents. After all, every piece you write reflects directly on the quality of the product or service your business offers. Now, this helpful guide takes the guesswork out of more than 50 commonly used business documents, including: Reports * Proposals * Business plans * Presentations * Press releases * Memos * Email * Newsletters * Collection Letters * Sales materials * And more Arranged alphabetically and cross-referenced for easier use, the book presents clear examples of how to (and how not to) create winning materials every time. The authors' step-by-step instructions begin with an overview of the writing process, from preparation and research right through to final review and publication. Sample documents show you how your pieces should look and read, and close to 300 individual entries cover key points of grammar, style and spelling, and present strategies for writing more clearly, avoiding bias, eliminating cliches, and much more.
Call Number: eBook CollectionISBN: 9780814415894Publication Date: 2010-08-04
Effective Business Writing by
Clear and distinctive written communications help project a favorable personal and corporate personality.Effective Business Writingwill help readers formulate a systematic approach to writing that makes it easier and quicker to get the right words down, avoiding the dangers of bland and formulaic approaches.   It is important to adopt the right style, create a clear and appropriate structure, and select the method - letter, fax or email - that suits one's purpose.Effective Business Writingteaches how to do this.  It covers the advantages and disadvantages of email and how to make it productive, as well as the approach to take when writing longer documents such as reports and proposals.   Every executive or manager who has to “put pen to paper,” whether their communications are external or internal, and who wants to be understood and make their messages count will findEffective Business Writingvaluable.
Call Number: eBook CollectionISBN: 9780749454531Publication Date: 2009-03-01
Subject Guide
Public Speaking
Public Speaking and Presentations Demystified by
Take the mystery out of effective, fear-free public speaking This latest book in the Demystified series takes theconfusion out of preparing for and delivering speechesand presentations.Public Speaking and PresentationsDemystifiedwalks you step-by-step through the fundamentalsof the subject and provides you withtechniques for effective speaking, avoiding commonerrors, and overcoming stage fright. With these skills,you will feel confident in business and social situationswhen you find yourself in the spotlight.
Call Number: eBook CollectionISBN: 9780071601214Publication Date: 2009-12-14
Butterflies Be Gone by
Beat the fear of public speaking forever--with no sweat! Speaker’s nerves. For many of us, these words spell disaster. Whether it’s giving a speech to a conference room filled with hundreds of colleagues or simply socializing with a group of strangers at a party, the churning stomach and sweaty palms that come with speaker’s nerves can be uncomfortable at best and career-damaging at worst. When overcoming this anxiety is critical to success,Butterflies Be Goneis your solution. An accomplished speech coach to thousands, including executives, Congressional representatives, and military leaders, Dr. Arthur Bell outlines his sure-fire seven-part plan for conquering your fear.
ISBN: 9780071473620Publication Date: 2008-04-03
Biographies
Adam Smith by
This book aims to show that Adam Smith (1723-90), the author of The Wealth of Nations, was not the promoter of ruthless laissez-faire capitalism that is still frequently depicted. Smith’s right-wing reputation was sealed after his death when it was not safe to claim that an author may have influenced the French revolutionaries. But as the author, also, of The Theory of Moral Sentiments, which he probably regarded as his more important book, Smith sought a non-religious grounding for morals, and found it in the principle of sympathy, which should lead an impartial spectator to understand others’ problems.
ISBN: 9780748623525Publication Date: 2006-01-01
Fifty Major Economists by
This book is an ideal reference tool providing biographical data on the economists who have shaped the discipline and description and analysis of their economic thought. It includes balanced coverage of all the major traditions.
ISBN: 9780415134811Publication Date: 1999-09-01
